- Hardcover: 160 pages
- Publisher: Orchard Books (Sep 1 1992)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0531054608
- ISBN-13: 978-0531054604
- Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 14.5 x 1.9 cm
- Shipping Weight: 349 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
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From Publishers Weekly
The star of this fresh and appealing slice of junior high school life, eighth grader Whitman Levy, appeared briefIy in Vail's first book, Wonder. Here Whit must work through some of life's thornier issues--including his parent's separation and the discovery that his best friend is a bigot. A brief and rather superficial romance with popular Sheila leaves Whit prepared for a real relationship--one based on friendship as well as attraction. That Whit's life is complicated no one will deny, but the breezy narrative, combined with large doses of authentic preteen jocularity, deftly keeps this material from devolving into a whiny problem novel. The honest language never seems out of place coming from an eighth grader--yet it is powerful enough to create a world as richly textured as it is believable. One measure of the success of Vail's well-characterized novel: readers can sense that life goes on here even after the book is closed. Ages 11-up.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From School Library Journal
Grade 6-9-- Eighth-grader Whitman is extremely preoccupied with making a positive impression on girls. At the same time, he is coping with his parents' imminent divorce, the unexpected big otry of his best friend, and his part in the class play. Vail is a master at portraying adolescent self-absorption, awkwardness, and fickleness, all with freshness and humor. The dialogue be tween teen characters is also simultaneously authentic and funny. While there are no earth- shattering developments, deep realizations, or new insights offered, it doesn't matter. This book is valuable for its ability to help young people laugh at themselves and realize that they are not alone in the predicaments they face. -- Jacqueline Rose, Southeast Regional Library, NC
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
A normal kid trying to grow up,
By A Customer
This review is from: Do Over (Hardcover)
A Review by StevenWhit the main character in the story I donï¿t know why but he has a problem with girls. I think he should just ask a girl to go out with him. He is also having a hard time with his parents because they are getting a divorce. I know how he feels because that has already happened to me, but he is just a normal kid trying to grow up in a teenage life. One part I think is funny about this book is how whit has so much trouble trying to get a girl to go out with him. He is so clumsy when it comes to talking to girls that I find it quite funny. I would recommend this book to 8th graders to about 10th graders who like dramatic and yet funny books.
5.0 out of 5 stars
I couldnt put it down!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Do-Over (Paperback)
This book is one of the best books i have ever read. It is definately one of Rachel Vails best. She has shown that she not only understands the mind of teenage girls, but also boys. I reccomend this book to girls around the age of 13 and above.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Funny, sad, down-to-earth: real.,
By A Customer
This review is from: Do Over (Hardcover)
Very much enjoyed this book & the sympathetic protagonist. Whit's SUCH a decent guy, with good instincts & wisdom, he just doesn't know it yet. So being 13 & awkward, he makes mistakes that made me cringe with recognition. Not knowing how to confront his bigoted friend, though he's disgusted & disillusioned...making wrong, goofy romantic moves...unsure how to deal with his obviously suffering mom. Lots of uncomfortable stuff that, like real life, doesn't get totally resolved but DOES lead to growth & change. Super author & book - look forward to reading more!
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